ASSOCIATE OR SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST (Folsom or San Diego)

ASSOCIATE OR SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST (Folsom or San Diego)

We have an immediate opening for an Associate or Senior Archaeologist in one of the following California offices: Folsom or San Diego. This individual will work closely with our three Principal archaeologists to become an established and integral part of our Cultural Management Team. Our Cultural Management Team offers specialized expertise to local, state, and federal agencies across California. We collaborate closely with clients and our internal engineering team to design projects that not only meet community needs but also minimize or avoid impacts to cultural resources. This approach ensures that we respect and preserve cultural heritage while delivering essential services. Achieving this balance requires creative thinking, strong collaboration, and input from a variety of disciplines.

Dokken is a majority employee-owned company which has provided environmental and cultural resource services for 20 years. We deliver innovative environmental and engineering solutions for local, state, and federally funded public works projects.  Our core focus is infrastructure: roadways, bridges, highways and interchanges, water/irrigation facilities, bicycle and pedestrian paths, dams, and other public facility projects. We have a collaborative, multidisciplinary culture where your curiosity is encouraged, your ideas matter, and you can grow your career at the pace that suits you while making a real impact on the places people live, travel, and explore. To learn more, visit us at www.dokkenengineering.com.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature research and record searches
• Coordinate Native American consultation
• Lead archaeological field surveys and prepare site documentation
• Conduct archaeological excavation (testing and data recovery)
• Write cultural reports including, but not limited to, Caltrans-formatted cultural reports and other federal agency Section 106 formatted cultural reports, as the primary author
• Write the cultural sections of CEQA/NEPA environmental documents
• Work with clients, regulatory authorities, and subconsultants
• Assist with the development and implementation of mitigation and monitoring reporting programs
• Develop creative solutions to avoid impacts to cultural resources

Critical Traits & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Driven and takes initiative
• Problem solver and strong critical thinking skills
• Curious with a desire to continuously learn
• Good attention to detail
• Effective technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Minimum Requirements:

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of 5 years’ experience who will be responsible for field surveys, recordation of archaeological resources, archival research, Native American Tribal Government consultation, resource evaluations, construction monitoring, and cultural report drafting needed to comply with both the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. Additionally, you will have:

• Completed an archaeological field school.
• Completed a BA, BS, or MA in anthropology, archaeology, history, geoarchaeology, or cultural resource management.
• Associate Position: 5-15 years of experience in cultural resource management/archaeology, preferably in California.
• Senior Position: 10-20 years of experience in cultural resource management/archaeology, preferably in California.
• CA Driver’s license
• Applicants must have substantial experience with:
  • Archaeological Field Survey
  • Extended Phase I Presence/Absence Testing
  • Report Writing (primary or sole author)
  • Native American Consultation
  • Historical Groups Consultation
  • Archival Research
  • GPS/GIS data collection and mapping
  • Strong understanding of CEQA, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and NEPA
  • Experience with public works projects, transportation projects, and/or the Caltrans Section 106 process, is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand or walk for the entire duration of a workday
• Will use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a regular basis
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Work indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work can be in remote or urban environments
• Usually work near others, such as in a shared office space
• Occasionally wear protective gear, such as a hard hat
• Sometimes work in noisy or distracting work environments
• Occasionally travel to project sites by automobile, train, and/or airplane

FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

Compensation:        

• Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 - $130,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

* Benefit eligibility is dependent upon classification

• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous, industry-leading employer match of 9% and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Wellness Program
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Additional Perks:

• Professional registration, permits and licensing sponsorship
• Professional development opportunities (memberships, conferences, etc.)
• Training and tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation, recognition, and social events
• Volunteer opportunities (road and creek clean ups, community service days, etc.)

Location: Folsom or San Diego California offices, potential for up to 2 days/week remote

If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]